During Labor, Mothers Are Often Given an Epidural Anesthetic

Multiple Choice

During labor, mothers are often given an epidural anesthetic.This would be a(n)

A) intramuscular injection that would block the sensation of pain.
B) intramuscular injection that would sedate the mother.
C) intrathecal injection that would block the sensation of pain.
D) intrathecal injection that would sedate the mother.
E) intrathecal injection that would hasten the mother's delivery time